Althorpe and Keadby Primary School
90%
Capacity
190
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Althorpe and Keadby Primary School
Althorpe and Keadby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Althorpe and Keadby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Frances Sorbie, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5315th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Althorpe and Keadby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 14 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Althorpe and Keadby Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Althorpe and Keadby Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Station Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN17 3BN |
| Headteacher | Frances Sorbie |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.6% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 210 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5315th of 13,686
Nationally
551st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
17th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
19
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Station Road, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN17 3BN
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